Tours and Excursions

Tours and excursions 


Listed below are some suggested Atlanta tour and excursion options that are managed through third-party tour companies. Please click on  the links for more details and registration instructions. 

IBS does not manage these tours. All inquiries should be directed to the tour companies. For contact information, please use the links provided below. 

Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area

Just outside Atlanta, this area offers hiking, biking, and stunning natural landscapes1.

More information here: https://arabiaalliance.org/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw4Oe4BhCcARIsADQ0csnXA40x7KbPrTuLiL1olKzCOUitPmOfu_sEbFDMcx2gu0TNXsch3AoaAmAMEALw_wcB

Atlanta Beltline

Located in the heart of Atlanta, this expansive park offers beautiful walking trails, picnic spots, and stunning views of the city skyline.

More information here: https://exploregeorgia.org/article/20-free-things-to-do-in-metro-atlanta

Atlanta Contemporary

This contemporary art center offers free admission and showcases rotating exhibitions of modern art.

More information here: https://atlantacontemporary.org/

The Best of Atlanta Bike Tour

Explore the best of Atlanta on this 2.5-hour, leisurely, fun-filled bike tour. Explore beautiful neighborhoods, local hot spots, and historic sites that most tourists never experience. Guests will see vibrant street art, the Atlanta Beltline, Oakland Cemetery, the King Historic District, and much more on this 8-mile adventure! Feel like a kid again and go where no other Atlanta city tour goes!

Bikes, helmets, bottled water, trail-mix snacks, and guides are all included in the ticket price.

When prompted for a promo code, use IBC24 to receive a 10% discount.

Register here: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/biketoursatl/items/575601/?full-items=yes 

Centennial Olympic Park

Built for the 1996 Olympics, this park features the iconic Fountain of Rings, playgrounds, and plenty of green space for relaxation.

More information here: https://www.gwcca.org/centennial-olympic-park 

David J. Cencer CDC Museum

Ever wonder how CDC scientists merge old-fashioned detective work with high-tech science to crack the cases of mystery diseases? Get the Story! Visit the David J. Sencer CDC Museum at CDC Headquarters. This unique museum features award-winning permanent and changing exhibitions that focus on a variety of public health topics, as well as the history of CDC. The museum is free and open to the public.

Register here: https://www.cdc.gov/museum/index.htm

Garden Lights, Holiday Nights

Back for its 14th year, Garden Lights, Holiday Nights presented by Invesco QQQ shines brighter than ever with an upgrade to the world’s largest curtain of synchronized light and sound, “Nature’s Wonders.” Expect new music and choreography with more vertical lights than ever. Also look for several of the giant plant sculptures from Alice’s Wonderland Returns dramatically lit, including the Skyline Garden’s towering White Rabbit and nearby Chess Set as well as the Cheshire Cat perched on Alston Overlook.

Register here: https://atlantabg.org/plan-your-visit/atlanta-garden-calendar/garden-lights-holiday-nights/

Krog Street Tunnel

Known for its vibrant street art, this tunnel is a must-see for art enthusiasts and photographers.

More information here: https://discoveratlanta.com/things-to-do/krog-street-tunnel/

Market Food Tour/Biscuit Class

This is the ultimate Atlanta food experience and you won't want to miss it. In just two hours, you will try 9 delicious seasonal tastings from 4 food vendors in Atlanta's oldest market and become Southern cooks with a hands-on Atlanta cooking class making Southern biscuits in seasonal snowman shapes.

You'll learn fascinating Atlanta history and get a close look at Southern cooking and Georgia's most famous foods, including peaches, collards, and pecans. And, you will love learning how to make the perfect Southern biscuit in our Atlanta cooking class with seasonal decorations.


And, at only two hours, you can squeeze this in before or after a trip to the Georgia Aquarium. The Market is located directly on the Atlanta Streetcar line, conveniently located between Centennial Olympic Park and the Martin Luther King Jr. Historic District.

Duration: 2 hours

Book here: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/atlantafoodwalks/items/499702/availability/1539172252/book/?full-items=yes&flow=5132 

Martin Luther King Jr. History Tour

An unforgettable Atlanta history tour of the Old Fourth Ward neighborhood tells the story of Martin Luther King Jr., with an in-depth look at the people and locations that inspired him. You will walk away amazed by how Atlanta changed the world.

Register here: Link coming soon!

Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park

Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park: Explore the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a visit to his childhood home, the church where he preached, and his final resting place.

More information here: https://www.nps.gov/malu/index.htm

Peach Tree Trolley

Sign up for either of these IBC reserved trolley cars; when prompted for a promo code, use IBC2024 to receive 10% discount.

 Simply the best way to see the sights and get acquainted with the city known as The ATL, the Big Peach and The Capitol of the South.

The Peachtree Trolley will provide a fully-narrated tours originating near Centennial Olympic Park and will introduce you to the “Must-Sees” of Atlanta.

Learn the history and enjoy the stories and legends of the Georgia Aquarium, the World of Coca-Cola, CNN, Midtown Atlanta, Oakland Cemetery, and The Fabulous Fox Theater, just to name a few.

The tour includes a 10-12 minute stop at the Martin Luther King Jr. National Park.

Duration: 90-minutes

Piedmont Park

This is a 22-mile loop of multi-use trails, parks, and transit and connects many of Atlanta’s neighborhoods. It’s perfect for walking, biking, and enjoying public art installations.

More information here: https://exploregeorgia.org/article/20-free-things-to-do-in-metro-atlanta

An unforgettable Atlanta history tour of the Old Fourth Ward neighborhood tells the story of Martin Luther King Jr., with an in-depth look at the people and locations that inspired him. You will walk away amazed by how Atlanta changed the world.

Register here: https://unexpectedatlanta.com/tours/king-historic-district-tour/